New Seahawk Orientation
Saturday, Aug. 31 through Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024
Welcome to Salve Regina! We are so happy that you are joining our campus community. New Seahawk Orientation will provide you with an educational and engaging introduction to life at Salve Regina. You will meet fellow new students, learn about University resources and explore the campus and Newport community.
Orientation Schedules
Questions? Contact the Office of Student Engagement at (401) 341-2915 or sruorientation@salve.edu.
What if I can’t attend New Seahawk Orientation?
New Seahawk Orientation is mandatory for all new students, including commuter and transfer students. If you cannot attend, contact the Office of Student Engagement at (401) 341-2915 or sruorientation@salve.edu.
Who should I contact if I need special accommodations?
If you need special accommodations for New Seahawk Orientation, contact the Office of Student Engagement at (401) 341-2915 or sruorientation@salve.edu.
I am an international student. Do I need to attend New Seahawk Orientation?
If you are a new or transferring international student, exchange student or U.S. citizen who grew up overseas, you will attend International Student Orientation prior to New Seahawk Orientation. For more information, call the Center for Global Education and Fellowships at (401) 341-2372.
When does the fall semester start?
Classes for the fall 2024 semester begin Thursday, Sept. 5.
What is my room assignment for the fall?
The room assignment process begins with an online housing application, which provides the Office of Residence Life with the information necessary to assign you a roommate(s) and residence hall room.
Housing applications are available online from May 13 to June 14. After June 14, room and roommate requests are processed. Please note that roommate requests are only granted when all students requesting roommates have indicated the option on their respective applications. In early July, you will receive notification through your Salve Regina email address that your room assignment and roommate information is available.
For more information, contact the Office of Residence Life at (401) 341-2210 or residencelife@salve.edu.
What about textbooks?
Textbooks are available to rent or purchase in digital or printed format from the bookstore website. You are encouraged to consider rental or digital options to help lower the cost of textbooks. You may highlight and make notes in both used and new rented textbooks. You may also convert a rented textbook to a purchase any time during the semester by paying the difference between the rental and purchase price.
For more information, call the Salve Regina bookstore at (401) 847-9086.
Is there a bank on campus or nearby where I can open an account?
Santander Bank is nearby and has an ATM in Miley Hall. A second ATM is located in Gerety Hall. It is not affiliated with a bank and charges $1 per transaction.